Wild Ink: Success Secrets to Writing and Publishing for the Young Adult Market: Success Secrets to Writing and Publishing in the Young Adult Market

What do you need to know to break in to the flourishing young adult (YA) market? With humor and a solid grounding in reality, author Victoria Hanley helps readers understand the ins and outs of the YA genre, how to stay inspired, and how to avoid common mistakes writers make in trying to reach teens. The book includes unique writing exercises to help readers find their own authentic teen voice and dozens of interviews with YA authors, blogging experts, editors, and agents to give inspiration and guidance for getting published. Chapters include writing exercises and self-editing techniques tailored to YA, along with encouraging words on dealing with self-doubt, rejection, and lack of time. The YA genre and you Getting your book in shape : novel writing part 1 Getting your book in shape : novel writing part 2 Writing YA nonfiction Obstacles and demons Resources for writers Submitting your manuscript Getting your book traditionally published Marketing your book Self-publishing your book Interviews with YA authors. Offers advice to aspiring writers of young adult fiction and nonfiction including how and where to submit your manuscript, how working with a traditional publisher differs from self-publishing, and how best to market your book